2000 Audi Steppenwolf vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, both 2000 Audi Steppenwolf and 2000 Volkswagen Beetle were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (222 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (167 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Steppenwolf weights approximately 628 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi Steppenwolf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi Steppenwolf (320 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Audi Steppenwolf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi Steppenwolf | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Audi | Volkswagen |
Model | Steppenwolf | Beetle |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3189 cc | 2324 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1327 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |